Rosenberg police focus on motorists’ safety during holidays

Rosenberg police focus on motorists’ safety during holidays

Published 6:30 am, Tuesday, December 23, 2008

Rosenberg Police Department officers are monitoring traffic through Jan. 1 and paying close attention to drivers who appear to be under the influence of alcohol and drugs.

The department has added patrol officers over the holiday season to monitor some of the busier roadways to make sure visitors and residents are safe and using safety belts and car seats.

The Selective Traffic Enforcement Program awards funds to law enforcement entities in order to strengthen traffic enforcement efforts during peak times such as holidays and special events. The program allows law enforcement to focus on traffic safety issues including safety belt use, safety systems and driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol.

The program has created an enforcement partnership with the Rosenberg department and Texas Department of Transportation. The two agencies work together to deploy law enforcement in waves to heavily traveled roadways within the city limits.